lithium nitrite

• CAT Number: M060127
• CAS Number: 13568-33-7
• Molecular Formula: LiNO2
• Molecular Weight: 52.95
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: Nitrous acid lithium salt
• Storage: -20°C
• IUPAC Name: lithium;nitrite
• InChI: InChI=1S/Li.HNO2/c;2-1-3/h;(H,2,3)/q+1;/p-1
• InChIKey: IDNHOWMYUQKKTI-UHFFFAOYSA-M
• SMILES: [Li+].N(=O)[O-]

Lithium nitrite（Cat No.:M060127） is a chemical compound with the formula LiNO2. It appears as a white or light yellow powder that is highly soluble in water and hygroscopic, meaning it readily absorbs moisture from the air. This compound is used in various applications, including as a corrosion inhibitor and antifreeze in cooling systems. Lithium nitrite also serves as an oxidizing agent in organic synthesis and can act as a reagent in the production of certain pharmaceuticals. Its properties make it useful in special concrete formulations to inhibit corrosion of steel reinforcement.